Published: February 24, 2025
“Is that so? He mentioned that you are his only disciple, and you didn't know?” Dantai Zhongde's tone was quite questioning.
“Elder De, I didn't lie to you.” Shen Subing's eyes were filled with resentment. “My master really didn't tell me anything.”
“Hohoho, it seems your master is quite the enigmatic figure.” Dantai Zhongde chuckled lightly.
Shen Subing pouted, “It's so frustrating! I want to know more about my abilities and our techniques.”
Dantai Zhongde smiled kindly, “Patience, my child. The journey of a disciple is often filled with mysteries. With time, you will uncover everything.”
“Do you really think so?” Shen Subing looked up with hope in her eyes.
“Of course! Just trust in your cultivation and your master,” Dantai Zhongde reassured her.
“Thank you, Elder De,” Shen Subing replied, her spirit lifting slightly.
As they spoke, a faint glow began to surround her, signaling her potential awakening.
“Ah, it seems the time for you to advance is near,” Dantai Zhongde observed, gazing at the aura enveloping Shen Subing.
“Really?!” Shen Subing exclaimed, excitement bubbling within her.
“Yes, focus on harnessing that energy. You are on the brink of achieving a breakthrough,” Dantai Zhongde advised.
Shen Subing nodded vigorously, determination replacing her earlier frustration.
With renewed vigor, she began to channel her spiritual power, visualizing the primordial chaos condensation technique she had been practicing.
“Remember to maintain your calm and let the energy flow naturally,” Dantai Zhongde instructed, his voice steady and encouraging.
As she concentrated, the room around her seemed to fade, and she found herself immersed in the depths of her own spirit.
The sensation was exhilarating, and with each breath, she could feel the power building within her.
It was then that she understood the importance of her journey and the weight of her master’s teachings.
With every flicker of energy, she felt closer to unlocking her true potential, and the mysteries surrounding her would soon be revealed.
“Just a little more,” she whispered to herself, pushing through the limits of her understanding.
Dantai Zhongde watched with pride as Shen Subing continued to progress, knowing that she was on the path to becoming a great expert.
“Your time will come, Shen Girl,” he thought, envisioning the bright future that awaited her.
And with that, the atmosphere thickened with the ambition of a young disciple ready to embrace her destiny.
"If you follow him and study alchemy diligently, your future will be limitless."
Dantai Zhongde said this because, during the past half month, he had not shown the alchemical formula Tan Yun gave him to the elders of the Holy Gate's Danmai.
Instead, he had sought an audience with the current sovereign, who was greatly astonished after reviewing it. He concluded that the formula for the Revival Sovereign Pill was indeed genuine and informed Dantai Zhongde that Shen Subing's master was likely an ancient relic from the Huangfu Sacred Sect, who had lived for over ten thousand years, hidden away from the world and in seclusion!
Shen Subing nodded earnestly. "Thank you for your kind words, Elder De. I will study hard with my master."
"Mm." Dantai Zhongde smiled and got up. "I still need to find something for your master, so I'll take my leave now."
"Elder De, please wait." Shen Subing said softly, "I kindly ask that when you see my master in Huangfu Shengxing, you discreetly send someone to notify me."
"That... might not be good, what if your master gets angry?" Dantai Zhongde's expression was troubled.
"Elder De, it won't happen. My master only has me as his precious disciple, how could he possibly get angry?" Shen Subing said carelessly. "My master is an interesting person; he is not the kind of rigid person."
"Alright, I promise you." Dantai Zhongde said seriously, "But let me say this first: if I tell you your master's whereabouts, and he gets angry, you’ll have to explain it yourself. You must not hinder my future cooperation with your master."